being aware of and responding to a child’s needs and emotions in a caring and understanding way

managing your own feelings and reactions, especially when feeling stressed, frustrated or overwhelmed

when something is done in the same way, in a steady and regular pattern so things are reliable and fair

an imaginary line separating what we will or won’t allow

Good parenting

RSHE (PSHE)

Different models of parenting

Child development

Where parents and carers can get support

This unit explores parenting and child development. Pupils learn characteristics of effective parenting, understand child development stages, and identify support services available for parents and carers.

Healthy relationships: What is good parenting?

usually done in the same way so things are reliable and fair

the ability to cope with challenging situations

to make something whole and working again

Good parenting involves structure, emotional regulation and {{}}.

In a parent-child relationship, emotional regulation means ...

It allows parents to do whatever they like.

It teaches children to tolerate an imperfect world.

It promotes feelings of guilt in parents.

Why is 'good enough' parenting important?

Boundaries make a parent/carer's job easy.

Boundaries are only there for children to test.

Boundaries can stay the same as a child develops.

Who developed the ‘good enough’ parenting theory?

consistent routine with story and comfort items

more independence with agreed guidelines about sleep needs

set time but allow some flexibility for homework/social activities

Match each age group with the most appropriate way to handle bedtime.

Clear rules help children feel more {{}} and confident.

feeling loved and understood by their caregivers

What do you think is most important for a child's emotional development?

pretend it didn't happen to maintain authority

acknowledge the mistake and try to do better next time

give up trying to be a good parent or carer

When a parent or carer makes a mistake, what is usually the best response?

Good parenting should {{}} as children grow older.

shows understanding and responsiveness to needs

creates structure and predictability in daily life

provides emotional support and validation

Match each parenting action with what it primarily shows.

This lesson was made for home learning during the pandemic.

Good parenting

Lesson outcome

This lesson was made for home learning during the pandemic.